Boris Becker, 56, made a stylish appearance at the Laver Cup alongside his new wife, Lilian de Carvalho Monteiro, 33, following their extravagant wedding in Portofino. The couple looked radiant as they enjoyed the tennis event together, marking a joyful start to their marriage.
Boris Becker attended the Laver Cup opening night with his wife, Lilian de Carvalho Monteiro, after their lavish wedding in Portofino. The couple proudly showcased their rings, with Lilian dazzling in a chic black ball gown that accentuated her toned figure. The former tennis star, 56, and the political risk manager, 33, appeared radiant as they celebrated their new marriage.
Lilian’s elegant gown featured a 3D floral one-shoulder design and a small fishtail skirt, while Boris complemented her look in a smart black suit, complete with a white pocket square and a polka dot satin tie. The couple looked stunning together at the event.
Boris Becker shared the joyful news of his wedding on Instagram, posting a carousel of images from the event. He expressed gratitude to Victor Monteiro for his blessings and welcomed followers to the Monteiro-Becker family.
The couple married in a stunning outdoor ceremony surrounded by beautiful gardens, followed by an evening celebration featuring a lavish four-tier buttercream cake adorned with white roses. Lilian looked breathtaking in a strapless ruched bridal gown and veil, while Boris opted for a two-piece suit.
Over three days, they welcomed guests by boat and enjoyed drinks by the pier. Boris’ sons, Noah and Elias, served as best men, and around 150 guests attended, including former Dutch footballer Ruud Gullit and German actor Boris Kodjoe.
Lilian, who is 23 years younger than Boris, has remained by his side through challenging times, including his imprisonment for bankruptcy fraud, where he hid £2.5 million in assets. The couple recently celebrated their lavish wedding in Portofino, a hotspot for the rich and famous.
Following his Instagram announcement, friends like Strictly head judge Shirley Ballas and singer Una Healy shared their congratulations. In February, reports emerged of their engagement and wedding plans.
At a Boss show, Lilian showcased her chic style in an oversized grey pinstripe suit, while Boris coordinated in a grey shirt. His sons, Noah and Elias, opted for black outfits. This marks a positive chapter for Boris, who has faced significant challenges after being deported from the UK and missing out on his BBC commentary role for Wimbledon.
Boris Becker contributed to Sky Italia’s coverage of Wimbledon over the summer, despite his previous legal challenges. He had lived in the UK since 2012, declared bankruptcy in 2017, and was imprisoned in April 2022 for hiding assets in a bankruptcy fraud case.
Lilian de Carvalho Monteiro is a highly educated political risk analyst based in London, with three degrees, including a master’s in African studies from the School of Oriental and African Studies. Born in São Tomé and Príncipe, she is the daughter of Victor Monteiro, the former Minister of Defence.
Lilian spent her youth in Rome and later moved to London for her studies. Boris Becker proposed to her at Milan’s Cathedral in 2021, but their wedding plans were disrupted by his prison sentence. Throughout his legal troubles, she remained a steadfast support, even attending court hearings and expressing her affection during difficult times.
After his release, the couple relocated to Milan, where Boris expressed his deep gratitude for Lilian’s unwavering support, calling her “the woman of my new life.”
Boris Becker has been married twice before. He wed Barbara Feltus in 1993, with whom he had two children: Noah (1994) and Elias (1999). They separated in December 2000. Following a High Court battle, Becker acknowledged paternity of his daughter Anna, born to Russian model Angela Ermakova. In 2002, he faced conviction for tax evasion in Germany. Later, he became engaged to Dutch model Sharlely “Lilly” Kerssenberg, with whom he welcomed a son, Amadeus, in 2010. Their separation was announced in 2018.
